Nature Reserves in Edinburgh
Get up close to nature and enjoy the stunning views and spectacular wildlife that Edinburgh's nature reserves have to offer!
Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Zoo is owned by The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS). The Society was founded in March 1909, and the Zoo opened in July 1913.
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Five Sisters Zoo
Five Sisters Zoo was established in 2005 and is the most-visited wildlife attraction centre in West Lothian!
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Scottish Owl Centre
The Scottish Owl Centre is the home to Scotland's largest collection of owls. Located in Polkemmet County Park, it is both a fun and educational day out for the whole family.
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Scottish Seabird Centre
The Scottish Seabird Centre is situated at North Berwick harbour, East Lothian, with stunning views across the Firth of Forth and the iconic Bass Rock.
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The Hermitage of Braid & Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve
The Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve is an area of natural beauty in Edinburgh, Scotland, managed by City of Edinburgh Forestry and Natural Heritage.
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Nature Reserves in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Nature Reserves you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Nature Reserves in Fife
Here's a selection of Nature Reserves you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Deep Sea World
Deep Sea World welcomes you on a voyage of discovery where learning can be exciting and fun!
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The Scottish Deer Centre
The Scottish Deer Centre is spread over 55 acres of Fife countryside just outside Cupar, and is home to 13 species of deer from around the world along with other animals.
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Here's a selection of Nature Reserves you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Garscadden Local Nature Reserve
This tranquil woodland, with its majestic ancient oaks and old hawthorn hedges, has been growing on this hillside on the edge of Glasgow for hundreds of years.
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Bishop Loch Local Nature Reserve
Bishop Loch Local Nature Reserve plays host to a range of woodland bird species whilst the grassland comes alive with colourful plants that attract butterflies and bees.
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Merkland Local Nature Reserve
Merkland Local Nature Reserve, in Kirkintilloch, is a haven for wildlife and a popular spot for people looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the town.
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Here's a selection of Nature Reserves you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Gartcosh Local Nature Reserve
Local Nature Reserves (LNR) are places for local people to actively enjoy, while having the chance to see and learn about nature on their doorsteps!
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Ravenswood Local Nature Reserve is a valuable wetland site situated on the north side of Cumbernauld, it's an enjoyable place to take a stroll, cycle or take your dog for a walk!
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Scottish Wildlife Trust: Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve and Visitor Centre
The Scottish Wildlife Trust Falls of Clyde and Visitor Centre is nestled in the Clyde Valley and is part of the Clyde Valley Woodlands National Nature Reserve.
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Here's a selection of Nature Reserves you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Durrockstock Park Local Nature Reserve
A former industrial area, now a refuge for wildlife and a valued park for the community The Local Nature Reserve is sited within Durrockstock Park in Paisley!
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Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park
Clyde Muirshiel is Scotland's largest Regional Park - a great place to easily enjoy the outdoors. The Park is just west of Glasgow, south of Greenock, east of Largs and north of Ardrossan!
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RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve
RSPB Lochwinnoch is the best place in the west of Scotland for family fun, wild days out and discovering nature with an excellent RSPB shop, visitor centre and visitor trails.
READ MORENature Reserves in Stirling and Falkirk
Here's a selection of Nature Reserves you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park
Located on a perfectly flat 160-acre estate just outside Stirling, Blair Drummond is Central Scotland’s most exciting family visitor attraction and the perfect place for a family day out.
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Jupiter Urban Wildlife Centre
Jupiter Urban Wildlife Centre is a fantastic example of how wasteland can be transformed into an urban green space that provides a rich habitat and haven for wildlife.
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RSPB Black Devon Wetlands
RSPB Black Devon Wetlands is a quiet gem of a reserve, an area of untouched wet grassland and wetland habitat!
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